Singapore Welcomes US Security Commitment, Notes China's Absence at Shangri-La Dialogue

Singapore's Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing reacted positively to the speech of the US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth at the Shangri-La Dialogue, emphasizing the importance of translating commitments into tangible actions. He noted that ministers were "cheered by this commitment." However, he also pointed out the absence of the Chinese defense minister, noting that China's choice to send a lower-level delegation is a matter of their own considerations. Chan Chun Sing highlighted the importance of continued dialogue and engagement with China, stating, "...it's important for all sides to try to reach out to one another, to better understand one another." His remarks underscore the complexities and nuances of regional security dynamics in Asia.